Popplio ChampionsVGC: stats, abilities and competitive role

Base stats

HP50

Atk54

Def54

SpA66

SpD56

Spe40

Level 50 (neutral, 0 EV)

HP125

Atk74

Def74

SpA86

SpD76

Spe60

EV Spread Calculator

Nature

0 / 510 EVs

HP125

Atk74

Def74

SpA86

SpD76

Spe60

Stats by nature (Level 50)

HP 125 · L50 · IV 31 · 0 EV

Nature	Atk	Def	SpA	SpD	Spe
Hardy(neutral)	74	74	86	76	60
Lonely	81 ▲	66 ▼	86	76	60
Brave	81 ▲	74	86	76	54 ▼
Adamant	81 ▲	74	77 ▼	76	60
Naughty	81 ▲	74	86	68 ▼	60
Bold	66 ▼	81 ▲	86	76	60
Docile(neutral)	74	74	86	76	60
Relaxed	74	81 ▲	86	76	54 ▼
Impish	74	81 ▲	77 ▼	76	60
Lax	74	81 ▲	86	68 ▼	60
Timid	66 ▼	74	86	76	66 ▲
Hasty	74	66 ▼	86	76	66 ▲
Serious(neutral)	74	74	86	76	60
Jolly	74	74	77 ▼	76	66 ▲
Naive	74	74	86	68 ▼	66 ▲
Modest	66 ▼	74	94 ▲	76	60
Mild	74	66 ▼	94 ▲	76	60
Quiet	74	74	94 ▲	76	54 ▼
Bashful(neutral)	74	74	86	76	60
Rash	74	74	94 ▲	68 ▼	60
Calm	66 ▼	74	86	83 ▲	60
Gentle	74	66 ▼	86	83 ▲	60
Sassy	74	74	86	83 ▲	54 ▼
Careful	74	74	77 ▼	83 ▲	60
Quirky(neutral)	74	74	86	76	60

Role · Legality

Special AttackerTrick Room

Legal regulations: regulation-m-a

VGC analysis

Popplio is a Water-type Pokémon that tends to fit a special attacker role in VGC, commonly paired with Eternatus Eternamax and checked by Miraidon Low Power Mode. Figures here are estimated and matchup dependent.

Strengths

+ Water-type STAB options
+ Usable bulk or offense depending on EVs
+ Pairs well with Eternatus Eternamax

Weaknesses

− Depends on team support
− Matchup dependent
− Watch out for Miraidon Low Power Mode

How to use this data

Use this page to understand Popplio's role in the current VGC metagame. Check the base stats and Level 50 benchmarks to plan your EV spreads. Review common moves, items, abilities and Tera types to see what the community uses most. The partners section shows which Pokémon pair well with Popplio, while counters and checks highlight what to watch out for in team preview.

Team building guide →Damage calculator →Matchup analysis →

Last updated: July 2026 (Regulation Set M-A). Data is based on available competitive trends and editorial review.

Common builds & options

Moves

Special
Spread Water move hitting all adjacent Pokémon.
Pow
90
Acc
100%
PP
15
Special
High-power Water STAB.
Pow
110
Acc
80%
PP
5
Special
Premier Ice coverage with a freeze chance.
Pow
90
Acc
100%
PP
10
Special
Special Ground STAB; may lower Sp. Def.
Pow
90
Acc
100%
PP
10
Special
Special Ghost STAB; may lower Sp. Def.
Pow
80
Acc
100%
PP
15
StatusPriority +4
Blocks most attacks for a turn; core VGC tech.
Pow
—
Acc
—
PP
10

Abilities

Torrent Liquid Voice

Items

Sitrus Berry Focus Sash

Tera Types

Water

Suggested usage notes

Popplio performs best when its role is clearly defined in team preview. As a Special Attacker and Trick Room Pokémon, focus on positioning it where it can execute its job without being forced into unfavorable exchanges.

When teambuilding, pair Poppliowith Pokémon that cover its type weaknesses (see counters section below) and provide the speed control or redirection it needs to function. Review the common moves and items section for established sets, then adjust based on your team's specific needs.

How to read matchups →Team builder →

Partners · Counters · Checks

Partners

Counters

Checks

Frequently asked questions

＋Is Popplio good in ChampionsVGC?

Popplio can fit a special attacker role, commonly alongside Eternatus Eternamax and kept in check by Miraidon Low Power Mode. This is an estimate based on available data and does not guarantee results.

＋What types is Popplio?

Popplio is Water-type.